Rockwall teen with autism discovers mistake in textbook, prompting reprints

(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct 7, 2015) Rockwall High School student Logan Tharp, 15, recently made a discovery of significant proportions when he found an error in his Pre-AP Geometry textbook – an error which compromised the entire lesson plan. Thanks to Logan’s eye-opening find, RHS will now receive new, re-printed Pre-AP Geometry textbooks free of […]

Multiplication Madness for 3rd through 6th graders

Math center helps children learn multiplication facts during free Friday sessions this fall (ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 1, 2015) Mathnasium of Rockwall-Heath is hosting its 5th annual Multiplication Madness, a free event offered each fall for children in third through sixth grade. “This is a great opportunity for students in the Rockwall area community to […]

Springer students raise funds for St Jude cancer patients through Math-a-Thon

(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct 6, 2015) Sixth graders in Liz Kelly’s class at Springer Elementary School have been learning about children and their families who have faced childhood cancer. They decided to make a difference and join one of the biggest fundraisers for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital called the Math-a-Thon. This is where they […]

Empowering Rockwall ISD students with 21st century learning

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Oct 6, 2015) As families settle into the new school year, the Rockwall ISD and the Board of Trustees have some exciting goals in mind for students in 2015 and beyond – goals which will greatly impact the way students learn and prepare for life after high school. According to RISD Board […]

Two Fulton students earn national awards for academic achievement

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – October 5, 2015) Fulton School of Heath students Jerilynn D. Sanders and Preston Webb received national awards Oct. 2,  in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements. The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) selected Jerilynn to become a lifetime member of the esteemed organization, which recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated […]

Jones Elementary students meet award-winning author

(ROCKWALL, TX – September 28, 2015) The Jones Elementary 1st and 2nd grade students enjoyed a field trip to the Rockwall County Library on Friday, September 25th to see award-winning author Grace Lin. She discussed how a book is published and emphasized the importance of the writing process to the students. The students were able […]

Rockwall graduate awarded Chick-fil-A scholarship

(ROCKWALL, TX – September 24, 2015) Congratulations to Ernest Albarado, who recently received a $1,000 Chick-fil-A scholarship from owner/operator Tim Moseley of the Rockwall Chick-fil-A location. Ernest has been employed by the Rockwall Chick-fil-A since August 2012.  He is a 2013 graduate of Rockwall High School and was a member of the Yellowjackets football team.  […]

Hawks try ‘Minute-2-Win-It!’

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – September 22, 2015) Before and after  two Honor Code presentations on Early Release Day, Wednesday, Sept. 16, teachers and staff around Rockwall-Heath High School hosted “Minute-2-Win-It” games all across the school. Each hallway advisory class rotated between games hosted in all of the rooms on their hall. Everything from rubber band snapping […]